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About this property
Offering accommodation with free WiFi, satellite TV and lovely mountain views, Rainforest Motel is 5 minutes’ drive from Lake Matheson. Guests can enjoy the gardens overlooking Mount Fox.
All apartments have a kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator. Each heated apartment includes electric blankets and a seating area with a TV.
There are a range of cafes within a 5-minute walk from the property. Rainforest Motel is 30 minutes’ drive from Gillespies Beach. Hokitika is a 2-hour drive away.
The tour desk can book helicopter flights and guided walking tours. The motel also offers a guest laundry and luggage storage facilities. Free parking is available on site.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Fox Glacier
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Guests who stayed here loved
Lulu
New Zealand
“Great location, right in town center, but not next to the highway.”
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Les
Australia
“You have to stay here! Unit was really comfortable with quality furnishings and a great welcome ! Highly recommend this property and the restaurant next door!”
Nelson
Singapore
“Easy access to Lake Matheson. Short walk to main road and eateries.”
B
Brett
South Africa
“Bigger unit was bigger than expected, had everything you would want and need. Comfy”
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Vnsm
Australia
“Awesome staff, Andy and Clare were great.
Andy was really helpful in suggesting the locations to visit and very helpful while using laundry.
Rooms are awesome, Hot water is great, Great location near to everything.”
Wesley
Australia
“Andy was a character and a champion bloke. We had the best stay with him at Rainforest Motel, and we even got upgraded to a bigger room. Andy, we appreciate that.
The bed was comfortable. The room was a great size and clean.
Would recommend...”
R
Rae
Australia
“Clean, warm and presentable room, friendly welcoming staff and dog”
M
Michelle
United Kingdom
“Extremely comfortable sofa and bed with a great shower. Super clean and very well equipped with lots of extras that we weren't expecting, such as bath robes, coffee pods and toiletries. It was walking distance to the bars and restaurants in Fox...”
T
Troy
Australia
“Picturesque Fox Glacier, wonderful friendly staff, accommodation was warm and inviting. A lovely stay for the family exploring the glacial coast of New Zealand”
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Charlotte
United Kingdom
“Friendly host, had some toys for our toddler which was welcome for the night and he enjoyed them.”
Property surroundings
House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Rainforest Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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